Step 1

In saucepan, simmer meat in water 20 minutes. Drain.

Step 2

Line 8-inch square baking dish with pastry.

Step 3

In medium-sized bowl, combine meat, dates and currants. Place meat mixture into pastry-lined dish.

Step 4

In same bowl, combine salt, saffron, ginger, pepper, mace, cloves, wine, vinegar and 9 egg yolks, reserving 1 yolk.

Step 5

Pour mixture over the meat.

Step 6

Cover with top crust, crimp well, make triangular cuts in center and fold tips back.

Step 7

Beat reserved yolk and brush on crust. Bake at 375°F until crust is browned and meat is heated through, 25 to 30 minutes.